MTEC - Clerk (15 hours per week)

City of Malden; Hours; On-site; EUR 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

The Malden Teen Enrichment Center (MTEC) seeks a qualified Part-time Clerk to support teen programs and supervision. You will help plan activities, maintain safety, and coordinate volunteers under the MTEC Coordinator's guidance.

The role requires a background in youth development, a valid driver's license, and comfort with outdoor activities. Join a team dedicated to engaging Malden teens through enriching experiences.

Qualifications

• Background in youth development and ability to address teens' social/emotional needs.
• Driver's license is required.
• Basic knowledge of outdoor activities like camping, canoeing, kayaking, and snowshoeing.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to manage multiple projects.
• Experience working in collaborative, team-oriented environments.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and social media.
• Strong interpersonal skills with cultural sensitivity and effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Help design and deliver programs engaging teens in social, recreational, educational, and enrichment activities.
• Maintain a safe, supportive environment and foster positive youth relationships.
• Ensure programs meet high-quality standards in youth development.
• Support outreach and partnerships with youth-serving agencies.
• Promote MTEC to attract members, volunteers, and partners.
• Maintain MTEC calendar, website, and social media as directed.
• Assist with recruitment, hiring and training of volunteers.
• Keep daily activity records and incident reports up to date.
• Collaborate with youth, families, and staff; participate in program evaluations.
• Participate in staff development to improve practices.

Skills

Youth development

Driver's license

Outdoor activities

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Social media familiarity

Interpersonal skills

Education

3+ years with youth

Tools

Social media platforms

Job description

PART-TIME CLERK

MALDEN TEEN ENRICHMENT CENTER

Union: Teamsters (Municipal) / Grade: CLK 1

$25.67 per hour / 15 hours per week

Open due to vacancy

Position Summary

The Malden Teen Enrichment Center (MTEC) is seeking a qualified and motivated individual to assist with MTEC activities and the supervision of teens. MTEC provides a welcoming, structured, safe environment for Malden teens to spend time with their friends, receive homework assistance, develop leadership skills, promote community service opportunities, and take part in enrichment activities both inside and outside the facility. Outdoor enrichment activities include camping, canoeing, kayaking, and overnight trips.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS And DUTIES

• Under the supervision and direction of the MTEC Coordinator, the Program Specialist will help facilitate in creating and delivering a variety of programs that engage teens in projects ranging from social, recreational, educational and enrichment activities.
• Maintain a safe and supportive environment that responds to and supports the needs and interests of each youth and fosters positive and supportive relationships with and between them and staff.
• Ensure programs meet standards of high-quality, best practices in youth development.
• Provide outreach to and support partnerships with other youth-serving agencies.
• Promote MTEC to attract new members, volunteers and collaborating partners.
• Maintain MTEC calendar, webpage, and social media pages such as Facebook, Instagram, and X as directed by the MTEC Coordinator.
• Assist the MTEC Coordinator with the recruitment, hiring and training of volunteers.
• Maintain ongoing documentation of daily activities;
• Work with youth, families and staff.
• Maintain accurate records including attendance, incidents, reports, etc.
• Participate in ongoing program evaluations, both internal and external.
• Participate in ongoing staff development to enhance program practices and quality.
• Maintain equipment, materials and supplies.
• Plan and implement MTEC and related community events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Background in youth development with an understanding of social/emotional needs of teens/youth.
• Driver's license is a must.
• Must have a basic knowledge of outdoor activities such as camping, canoeing, kayaking, and snowshoeing.
• Excellent organizational skills, attentiveness to detail and ability to follow through with multiple projects.
• Experience with collaborative, team-oriented environments.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and various social media outlets.
• Interpersonal skills that excel in cultural sensitivity, respect for differences and effective communication.

Education/Experience

• Minimum of 3 years experience working with youth.

SCHEDULE

15/hours per week

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

MTEC Coordinator

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None

The City of Malden is an EEO, driven by the value of excellence and believes that everyone deserves the best service and access to resources, regardless of their race, gender identity, religion, ethnicity, age, physical abilities, sexual orientation, veteran status, or personal experience. We embrace diverse perspectives and welcome candidates from these underrepresented groups to help make our vision a reality.